Front Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6, JH7)

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Fig 1: Front Brake Caliper Hardware (JH6, JH7)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning . WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning . CAUTION: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak. Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 108 N.m (80 lb ft)
2	Brake Caliper Procedure: Without disconnecting the brake caliper hose, support the brake caliper with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
3	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Seal (Qty: 2) Procedure: Apply a thin coating of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pin seals.
4	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bushing (Qty: 2) Procedure: Apply a thin coating of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pin bushings.